Hedgehog Flea vs Pigeon Louse Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Hedgehog Flea | Pigeon Louse Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Archaeopsylla erinacei | Pseudolynchia canariensis |
| Order | Siphonaptera | Diptera |
| Family | Pulicidae | Hippoboscidae |
| Size | 2-3.5 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Woodlands | Woodlands |
| Diet | Blood Feeders | Blood Feeders |
| Regions | Europe, North Africa | Cosmopolitan - worldwide wherever pigeons occur |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Hedgehog Flea
A large flea specific to European hedgehogs and one of the most abundant fleas in Western Europe. A single hedgehog can harbor hundreds.
Did You Know?
Hedgehogs are so commonly infested that an average individual carries about 100 of these fleas.
Pigeon Louse Fly
A flattened, tough-bodied blood-sucking fly found on pigeons and doves worldwide. It has a leathery appearance, strong claws, and wings that allow it to move between bird hosts.
Did You Know?
It is the primary vector of pigeon malaria, a Haemoproteus blood parasite that infects domestic and wild pigeons.